1963 Opel Kadett vs. 2007 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 44 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett.
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, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Kadett | 2007 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Kadett | Solstice |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2420 mm |