2002 Honda Acty vs. 1988 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Omega weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.
Because 1988 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 1988 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty, 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, 1988 Opel Omega (152 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 1988 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 1988 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Acty | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
