1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1999 Ford Telstar and 1999 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Telstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Telstar | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Telstar | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |