1999 Opel Omega vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 910 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
