1972 Austin Marina vs. 1987 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1987 Opel Kadett is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Kadett (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Kadett weights approximately 94 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Austin Marina 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 1972 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Opel Kadett, 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, 1987 Opel Kadett (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1987 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Marina | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
