1972 Opel Kadett vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1972 Opel Kadett. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 930 kg more than 1972 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Opel Kadett | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Kadett | GTO |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
