1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Opel Omega
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1989 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 262 kg more than 1989 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Omega |
Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |