1962 Opel Kadett vs. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,250 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 705 kg more than 1962 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, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Kadett | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2760 mm |
