1990 Honda Prelude vs. 1993 Opel Omega
To start off, 1993 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Omega weights approximately 215 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Because 1993 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 1993 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Omega. (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Prelude | 1993 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Omega |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
