1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1996 Opel Omega
To start off, 1996 Opel Omega is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 8 kg more than 1996 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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1996 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Nova | Omega |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
