1991 Opel Omega vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1991 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota MR2 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Omega weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota MR2 (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Omega. (162 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Omega | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
