2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 17 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 Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
