1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 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 Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Skylark | Omega |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
