1979 Buick Century vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Opel Kadett is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Because 1979 Buick Century 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 1979 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Opel Kadett, 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Century | Kadett |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |