2002 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Opel Omega

To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Omega weights approximately 33 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.

Because 1995 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 1995 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Omega. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 1995 Opel Omega
Make Honda Opel
Model Accord Omega
Year Released 2002 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 159 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1392 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2740 mm


 

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