1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Because 2000 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 2000 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera, 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 2000 Opel Omega | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Riviera | Omega |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |