1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Opel Omega. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Roadmaster | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Roadmaster | Omega |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1685 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
