1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 358 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Omega |
Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |