1999 Opel Omega vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (130 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 710 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Omega | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
