1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Kadett weights approximately 10 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett.
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, 1977 Opel Kadett (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Kadett | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
