2005 Honda NSX vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 6 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | NSX | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |