1968 Opel Kadett vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 37 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 730 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, 2005 Rover 75, 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, 2005 Rover 75 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett. 2005 Rover 75 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. 2005 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Kadett | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Kadett | 75 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
