2000 Opel Omega vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 930 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2000 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Omega | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1076 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |