1974 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 80 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Camaro | Omega |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |