2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Rainier | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |
