2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (191 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Camaro | Omega |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |