1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 19 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 51 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D (89 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm). This means 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Kadett | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
