2002 Opel Omega vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 83 kg more than 1994 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2002 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 2002 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Opel | Buick |
| Model | Omega | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
