1990 Opel Omega vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 18 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 13 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Prius weights approximately 124 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega.
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, 2008 Toyota Prius, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius. 2008 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Prius |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
