1990 Opel Omega vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 17 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 182 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1990 Opel Omega (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Omega | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Yaris |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |