2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 324 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2740 mm |
