2005 Opel Omega vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 535 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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, 2005 Opel Omega (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Omega | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |