1965 Opel Kadett vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 12 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 680 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Opel Kadett | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Opel | Holden |
Model | Kadett | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2830 mm |