1963 Opel Kadett vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 45 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 1153 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Kadett | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kadett | Raider |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3340 mm |
