2001 Opel Omega vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 285 kg more than 1978 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Crown 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 1978 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega, 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, 2001 Opel Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
