1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1995 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 1981 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LeSabre | Omega |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
