1997 Honda Life vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 940 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 1999 Vauxhall 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Life | Omega |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |