1979 Buick Century vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 235 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | Century | Omega |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |