1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 295 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2001 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 2001 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Prelude | Omega |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |