2006 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 525 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |