1983 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (130 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1983 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. 1983 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Electra | Omega |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |