1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1995 Opel Omega
To start off, 1995 Opel Omega is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 415 kg more than 1995 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Omega. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1995 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Roadmaster | Omega |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
