1999 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 186 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Omega | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2741 mm |
