1995 Toyota Carina vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Carina | 1982 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Toyota | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Carina | Omega |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
