1996 Honda Today vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 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 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Today | Omega |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |