2002 Opel Omega vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 688 kg more than 1975 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Omega | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Celica |
Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |