1969 Opel Kadett vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 14 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 11 (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 11 weights approximately 140 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, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Kadett | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | 11 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
