2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1988 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 482 kg more than 1988 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Omega. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Omega. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Park Avenue | 1988 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Park Avenue | Omega |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
