1963 Jaguar MK II vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 655 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar MK II | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | MK II | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
