2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1656 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega.
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 Ranger (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Ranger | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2740 mm |