2005 Honda Stream vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. Both 2005 Honda Stream and 1994 Opel Omega are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream.
Because 1994 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 1994 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream, 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 Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Stream | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
