1996 Opel Omega vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Omega would be higher. Both 1996 Opel Omega and 1998 Renault Grand Espace are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Omega | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Omega | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
