1994 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1256 kg more than 1994 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Omega | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Omega | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 2684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2946 mm |