1987 Opel Omega vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 400 kg more than 1987 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Omega | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
