2008 Opel Omega vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Omega weights approximately 697 kg more than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
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, 2008 Opel Omega (203 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2008 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Omega | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Omega | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
