1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1977 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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | MK X | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
