1989 Opel Omega vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Opel Omega weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Because 1989 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 1989 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Opel Omega | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
