2001 Opel Omega vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2.
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, 2001 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Omega | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Omega | MR2 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |