1999 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Omega | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
