1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 229 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Omega |
Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3868 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |