1989 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Opel Omega
To start off, 1995 Opel Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Omega weights approximately 294 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1995 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1995 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Omega |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |