2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 139 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.
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 Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Omega |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |