1995 Opel Omega vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Omega weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1995 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 1995 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1995 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Omega | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
