1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 1 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 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 300 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, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 929 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
