1994 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 55 kg more than 1994 Honda Legend.

Because 2004 Vauxhall 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 2004 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend, 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, 1994 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Honda Legend 2004 Vauxhall Omega
Make Honda Vauxhall
Model Legend Omega
Year Released 1994 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 2197 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1460 mm


 

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