1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 349 kg more than 1999 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Caprice | Omega |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |