1987 Opel Omega vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 325 kg more than 1987 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane, 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Omega | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Omega | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
