1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 695 kg more than 1965 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Dart | Kadett |
Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |