1969 Opel Kadett vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Kadett | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kadett | Passat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
