1965 Jaguar Type S vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 805 kg more than 1977 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, 1965 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar Type S | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | Type S | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 44 L |
