1986 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 500 kg more than 1986 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Omega | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
