1965 Opel Kadett vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 44 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 2,479 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 524 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kadett | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
