2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Lotus Omega would be higher. At 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 388 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1663 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
