1968 Opel Kadett vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 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, 1977 Opel Monza (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett. 1977 Opel Monza has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Opel Monza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Kadett | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Kadett | Monza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
