1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 25 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 630 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Kadett | 968 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 241 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
