2004 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | NSX | Omega |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |