1965 Opel Kadett vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 34 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 880 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, 1999 Renault Safrane, 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Opel Kadett | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Kadett | Safrane |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2770 mm |