1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 755 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corolla | Omega |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |
