1964 Opel Kadett vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 686 kg more than 1964 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Opel Kadett | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |
