1983 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 490 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1986 Opel Omega (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Omega |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
