2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 373 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Omega |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |