1962 Opel Kadett vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 33 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 540 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 1962 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Opel Kadett | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Kadett | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2650 mm |