1968 Opel Kadett vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 38 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 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 755 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 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Kadett | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Kadett | Baja |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
