1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is newer by 13 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 73 kg more than 1977 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Lotus Omega has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Lotus 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 | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | LeSabre | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
