1990 Opel Omega vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 500 kg more than 1989 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Omega | 19 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2594 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
