1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2010 Dodge Viper

To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 103 kg more than 2010 Dodge Viper.

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 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Vauxhall Omega 2010 Dodge Viper
Make Vauxhall Dodge
Model Omega Viper
Year Released 1999 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 8400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 600 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 758 Nm
Torque RPM 1650 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1567 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1234 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2510 mm


 

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