1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 5 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 312 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
| Model | Skylark | Omega |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1635 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 |
