1978 Honda Prelude vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 538 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude, 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, 1994 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Omega |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2740 mm |
