2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1331 kg more than 1994 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
