1990 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 21 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 478 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3090 mm |
