1996 Dodge Viper vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 95 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Omega |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
