1969 Opel Kadett vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 35 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 625 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 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Kadett | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kadett | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
