1986 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 25 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1986 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1986 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Venza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
