1999 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |