1999 Opel Omega vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1994 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Omega | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
