1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1978 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 190 (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 190 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
