1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Opel Omega

To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 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 9 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Chevrolet Corvette 2002 Opel Omega
Make Chevrolet Opel
Model Corvette Omega
Year Released 1965 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 251 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 82.8 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1476 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 75 L


 

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