1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 500 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | W 111 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
