1992 Buick Regal vs. 1997 Opel Omega
To start off, 1997 Opel Omega is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Omega weights approximately 90 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal.
Because 1997 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Omega. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1997 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1997 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 1997 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Regal | Omega |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
