1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 336 kg more than 1990 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, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2740 mm |
