1994 Opel Omega vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 95 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. 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 Opel Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Opel | Buick |
| Model | Omega | Century |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
