1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 188 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Corvette | Omega |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
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 | 330 HP | 142 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 209 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |