2007 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Opel Omega (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
