1974 Honda Life vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Omega (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 840 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1987 Opel Omega (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Life | Omega |
Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2740 mm |