1991 Opel Omega vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1991 Opel Omega and 1991 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Omega (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (103 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Omega weights approximately 10 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace, 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, 1991 Opel Omega (162 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Omega | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Omega | Espace |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
