1965 Opel Kadett vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 29 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), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 630 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, 1994 Saab 900, 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, 1994 Saab 900 (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Kadett | 900 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
