1993 Opel Omega vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 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 2,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1999 Toyota Yaris, 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 (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 1993 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Omega | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2590 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
