1962 Opel Kadett vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 1997 Volvo C70 is newer by 35 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo C70 weights approximately 790 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, 1997 Volvo C70, 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, 1997 Volvo C70 (330 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Kadett | C70 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
