1971 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 750 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. 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, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lamborghini Jarama | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Jarama | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
