1999 Opel Omega vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. 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 (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Omega | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
