1974 Mazda 1000 vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Kadett weights approximately 80 kg more than 1974 Mazda 1000. 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, 1978 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 1000 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 1000 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 986 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |