1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 604 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 604 (96 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1967 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, 1983 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Kadett | 604 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
