1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1986 Renault Alpine is newer by 19 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP) has 147 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Alpine weights approximately 412 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, 1986 Renault Alpine (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
