2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 78 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega, 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1984 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mustang | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
