1989 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Opel Omega
To start off, 1996 Opel Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Omega weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude, 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, 1996 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Prelude | 1996 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Omega |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
