1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 34 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 680 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 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Kadett | Forester |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
