1987 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 364 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Regal | Omega |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |