2008 Opel Omega vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Omega (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Omega weights approximately 685 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 Opel Omega (241 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2008 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Omega | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
