1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (311 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Corvette | Omega |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 906 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |