1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 555 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | MK II | Kadett |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |