2008 Honda NSX vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 18 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 19 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
