1962 Opel Kadett vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 43 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1140 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Kadett | Korando |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2293 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 | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2490 mm |
