1986 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 25 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2013 Toyota Corolla, 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 (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
