1990 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 627 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 1990 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, 1999 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Omega |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
