1976 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 295 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega.
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, 1976 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Nova | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Nova | Omega |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
