1964 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 48 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1932 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 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Opel Kadett | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Opel | Land Rover |
Model | Kadett | Freelander |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |