1969 Opel Kadett vs. 1994 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Colt is newer by 25 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Colt (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 470 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.
Because 1969 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Kadett | 1994 Plymouth Colt | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Kadett | Colt |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |