1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 390 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1987 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1987 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | LeSabre | Omega |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
