1965 Opel Kadett vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 37 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR T 350 weights approximately 530 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, 2002 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Opel Kadett | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Opel | TVR |
Model | Kadett | T 350 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |