1982 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 43 kg more than 1982 Buick Electra. 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (230 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Electra | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Electra | Omega |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
