1947 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1970 Opel Kadett is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 705 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.
Because 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Station Wagon | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
