1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 39 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1040 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (680 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett. 2012 Jaguar XK 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. 2012 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Kadett | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Opel | Jaguar |
Model | Kadett | XK |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 680 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |