1962 Opel Kadett vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 32 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 485 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Kadett | 200 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
