1993 Opel Omega vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1994 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Omega weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Toyota Corolla.

Because 1993 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 1993 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1993 Opel Omega (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Opel Omega 1994 Toyota Corolla
Make Opel Toyota
Model Omega Corolla
Year Released 1993 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2260 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 75 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 138 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2470 mm


 

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