2001 Vauxhall Omega vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 595 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Omega | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
