2001 Opel Omega vs. 1992 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1992 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Starlet, 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 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (78 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 1992 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
