1965 Opel Kadett vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 17 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 645 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, 1982 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Kadett | 944 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
