1999 Opel Omega vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 850 kg more than 1983 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
