1965 Opel Kadett vs. 1970 ZIL 114
To start off, 1970 ZIL 114 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 ZIL 114 (254 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2475 kg more than 1965 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, 1970 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 1970 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Opel | ZIL |
| Model | Kadett | 114 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3770 mm |
