1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1975 Opel Kadett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 790 kg more than 1975 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, 1967 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar Type S | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | Type S | Kadett |
Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |