1995 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Omega weights approximately 159 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Omega | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Omega | Colorado |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3210 mm |