2005 Honda Element vs. 1995 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Honda Element is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 205 kg more than 1995 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element, 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, 2005 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Element | 1995 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
