1979 Dodge Omni vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault Espace (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Omni | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Omni | Espace |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
