1994 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Opel Omega
To start off, 1995 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Omega weights approximately 205 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord, 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, 1995 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 1995 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Omega |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
