1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 5 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 220 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.
Because 1994 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Venture | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |