1998 Honda NSX vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1998 Honda NSX 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega, 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, 1998 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (281 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | NSX | Omega |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |