2003 Honda S2000 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 13 kg more than 2003 Honda S2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda S2000 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | S2000 | Omega |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |