1993 Opel Omega vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 3 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1993 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Omega. (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Omega. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1993 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1993 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Omega | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
