1971 Opel Kadett vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 1988 TVR S2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR S2 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR S2 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1971 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, 1988 TVR S2 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 TVR S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Kadett | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Kadett | S2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2290 mm |
