1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (207 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 125 kg more than 1994 Opel Omega.
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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega. 1994 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1974 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1974 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Skylark | Omega |
Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |