1999 Opel Omega vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 1999 Opel Omega and 1999 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 148 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
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, 1999 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1999 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. 1999 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Omega | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1482 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 |