1975 Honda Life vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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 Vauxhall Omega (228 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Life | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Life | Omega |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2740 mm |