1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 436 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall 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 1999 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Logan, 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Renault |
| Model | Omega | Logan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |
