2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1101 kg more than 1990 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega. 2001 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Express | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |