1971 Honda Life vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1243 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Omega |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
