1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 157 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall 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 Riviera (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | Riviera | Omega |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |