1969 Mazda 1000 vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Kadett weights approximately 64 kg more than 1969 Mazda 1000. 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, 1985 Opel Kadett (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda 1000 | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
