1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 37 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Kadett | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |
