1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 866 kg more than 1975 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1975 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1975 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | LeSabre | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |
