1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 616 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. 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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | El Camino | Omega |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
