2005 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1993 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 1993 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 Opel Omega (220 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1993 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1993 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 2590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |