1999 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 123 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Camry (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2012 Toyota Camry 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. 2012 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2776 mm |
