1962 Lincoln Continental vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1498 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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lincoln Continental | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7043 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
