1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 164 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega. 2001 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Chevelle | Omega |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
