1964 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1789 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 Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1964 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1964 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Opel Kadett | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Opel | Land Rover |
| Model | Kadett | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2743 mm |
