1997 Honda Life vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 670 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1994 Opel Omega (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Life | Omega |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |