1994 Honda Today vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today, 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, 1999 Opel Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Today | Omega |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
