1994 Opel Omega vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Because 1994 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 1994 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry, 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Camry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
