2005 Buick Regal vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Buick Regal is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Regal weights approximately 860 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Opel Kadett 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 1962 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Regal, 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, 2005 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Regal | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Regal | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2330 mm |
