2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1995 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Omega would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1995 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 177 kg more than 1995 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1995 Opel Omega | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Viper | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |