2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1991 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Omega would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1991 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 205 kg more than 1991 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Omega. (162 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1991 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
