2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 18 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 612 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2740 mm |
