1999 Opel Omega vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F 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 101 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 433 kg more than 1989 Toyota Model F. 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 (230 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F. 1989 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Model F |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
