2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 471 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Colorado | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |
