1974 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-2 (119 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 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 RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-2 | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-2 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |
