1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1977 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1977 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Riviera | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
