1993 Opel Omega vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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, 2003 Toyota Corolla (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 155 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Opel Omega | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Corolla |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |