1990 Opel Omega vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Celica (169 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 2 kg more than 1994 Toyota Celica.
Because 1990 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 1990 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Toyota Celica (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Celica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
