1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 26 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 897 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett. 1999 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1973 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1973 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Opel | Lincoln |
| Model | Kadett | LS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
