1968 Opel Kadett vs. 1999 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 31 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1045 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.
Because 1968 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Kadett | 1999 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Kadett | Voyager |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1076 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |