1994 Opel Omega vs. 2008 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Toyota MR2 is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Toyota MR2.
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, both vehicles can yield 170 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 2008 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
