1986 Opel Omega vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (273 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
