1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 1981 Buick Century is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Century (104 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 550 kg more than 1967 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, 1981 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Opel | Buick |
| Model | Kadett | Century |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
