2009 Ford F-450 vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-450 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |
