1988 Opel Omega vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Omega weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1988 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 1988 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1988 Opel Omega (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Omega | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Corolla |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |