1999 Opel Omega vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 918 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. 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 (230 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
