1999 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 770 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Ka, 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 Opel Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Omega | Ka |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
