1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 813 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Skylark | Kadett |
Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 71 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 44 L |