2001 Opel Omega vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 496 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
