1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1977 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 43 L |
