2004 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Omega weights approximately 319 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1996 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 1996 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Opel Omega (178 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 1996 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1996 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
