1971 Opel Kadett vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 590 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.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Kadett | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Kadett | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
