1962 Opel Kadett vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 42 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 900 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, 2004 Renault Laguna, 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2630 mm |
