1983 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 130 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Omega, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Oldsmobile Omega | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Corona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
