1962 Opel Kadett vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 24 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Opel Kadett weights approximately 5 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Opel Kadett (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
