1965 Opel Kadett vs. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 28 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 760 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, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Kadett | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
