1986 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Opel Omega
To start off, 1997 Opel Omega is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Omega weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
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, 1986 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1997 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Omega |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
