1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1605 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 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | Opel | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Kadett | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
