1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 518 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 220 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
