2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (144 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 167 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Omega |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
