1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (131 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 187 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Omega |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |