1999 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1999 Honda Legend and 1999 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 46 kg more than 1999 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel 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 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend, 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1999 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Legend | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Legend | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |