1999 Buick Century vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1999 Buick Century and 1999 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Buick Century.
Because 1999 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 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century, 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, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1999 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Century | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Century | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |