1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 869 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2740 mm |
