1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Caprice | Omega |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |