1982 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Opel Omega
To start off, 1997 Opel Omega is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Omega weights approximately 645 kg more than 1982 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Civic, 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, 1997 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Civic | 1997 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Omega |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
