1965 Opel Kadett vs. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 25 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 430 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.
Because 1965 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 1990 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kadett | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2560 mm |
