1986 Opel Omega vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 521 kg more than 1986 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, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega. 2008 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1986 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1986 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Omega | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Opel | Buick |
Model | Omega | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3009 mm |