1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 936 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Toyota Corolla 1999 Vauxhall Omega
Make Toyota Vauxhall
Model Corolla Omega
Year Released 1970 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1164 cc 2498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 227 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2740 mm


 

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