1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 29 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 725 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Kadett | Omega |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
