1986 Opel Omega vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 12 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 330 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.
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, 1986 Opel Omega (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Omega | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Corolla |
Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |