1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1970 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Roadmaster | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
