1967 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 46 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 735 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Kadett | C |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
