1986 Opel Omega vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Opel Omega 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 1986 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina, 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, 1986 Opel Omega (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Omega | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Carina |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |