1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett.
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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Opel Kadett | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Kadett | Viano |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |