1989 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 10 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 530 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1999 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 1999 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, 1999 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Omega |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |