1996 Opel Omega vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 1996 Opel Omega is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Omega weights approximately 640 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Omega | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Omega | 10 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
