1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Colt is newer by 17 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 200 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, 1990 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1990 Plymouth Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Kadett | Colt |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
