1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1968 Opel Kadett is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 (45 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1968 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 180 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
