2009 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 587 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall 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 1999 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Civic | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
