1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 189 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Caprice | Omega |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |