2001 Ford Falcon vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 315 kg more than 1987 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, 2001 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Falcon | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Falcon | Omega |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
