1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Renault 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 5 (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 5 weights approximately 55 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.
Because 1973 Opel Kadett 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 1973 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5, 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, 1976 Renault 5 (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | 5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
