1990 Honda Legend vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (281 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda Legend 2001 Vauxhall Omega
Make Honda Vauxhall
Model Legend Omega
Year Released 1990 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2675 cc 2172 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 232 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1595 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2740 mm


 

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