1965 Opel Kadett vs. 1970 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1970 Subaru R-2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Opel Kadett weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 Subaru R-2. 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 Opel Kadett (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 1970 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Kadett | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 1930 mm |
