1988 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 433 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2000 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 2000 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2000 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Legend | Omega |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |