1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 448 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic, 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 Vauxhall Omega (228 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
Model | Omega | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |