1999 Opel Omega vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 264 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (280 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Omega | Corvette |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |