1986 Opel Omega vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 21 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 28 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 1986 Opel Omega (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
