2009 Ford Flex vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 19 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 499 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Flex | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
