1965 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 46 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Compass weights approximately 778 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, 2011 Jeep Compass, 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, 2011 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Kadett | Compass |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
