1999 Opel Omega vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 1999 Opel Omega and 1999 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Toyota Camry.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Camry |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |