1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 570 kg more than 1973 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | SC | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
