1974 Honda Life vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 25 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1240 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 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, 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, 1999 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 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 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Life | Omega |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2740 mm |