1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 38 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 840 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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Kadett | 2011 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Kadett | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |