1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 307 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Because 1999 Vauxhall 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 1999 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark, 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1999 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | Skylark | Omega |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |