2000 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
