1962 Opel Kadett vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 12 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1150 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.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Opel Kadett | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Kadett | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2700 mm |