1986 Opel Omega vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 18 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 24 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega.
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, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Previa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |
