1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 500 kg more than 1973 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Monaro | Kadett |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |