1975 Opel Kadett vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1975 Opel Kadett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 59 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Kadett | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kadett | Passat |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
