1963 Opel Kadett vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 265 (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 798 kg more than 1963 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, 1980 Volvo 265 (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Kadett | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Kadett | 265 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |