1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette 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 158 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 203 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Omega |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |