1965 Opel Kadett vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 20 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 656 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Kadett | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
