2006 Honda FR-V vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 33 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega.
Because 1990 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 1990 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V, 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, 1990 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | FR-V | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
