1976 Buick Electra vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 495 kg more than 1986 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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1986 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1986 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Electra | Omega |
Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |