1992 Honda NSX vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1992 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1992 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda NSX | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Omega |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
