1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1991 Opel Omega
To start off, 1991 Opel Omega is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1991 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 740 kg more than 1991 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Omega. (162 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Omega. 1971 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1991 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1991 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Centurion | 1991 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Centurion | Omega |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2740 mm |
