1999 Opel Omega vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 765 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Celica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |