2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 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. Both 2006 Ford Mondeo and 1990 Opel Omega are equipped with a 2,967 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega.
Because 1990 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 1990 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
