1993 Honda CRX vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 615 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX, 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, 2001 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda CRX | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | CRX | Omega |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
