1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,308 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 728 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 Mercedes-Benz 230 (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 230 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2308 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
