1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 458 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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, 1987 Ford Sierra (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2004 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Sierra | Omega |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |