1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 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, 1968 Opel Commodore (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Kadett | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Kadett | Commodore |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |