1990 Honda Integra vs. 2005 Opel Omega

To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 675 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Integra, 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, 2005 Opel Omega (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra. 2005 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda Integra 2005 Opel Omega
Make Honda Opel
Model Integra Omega
Year Released 1990 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 2597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1685 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2520 mm


 

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