1975 Opel Kadett vs. 1983 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1983 Zastava 2101 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. Both 1975 Opel Kadett and 1983 Zastava 2101 are equipped with a 1,196 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 140 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.
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, 1983 Zastava 2101 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Zastava 2101 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett. 1975 Opel Kadett has automatic transmission and 1983 Zastava 2101 has manual transmission. 1983 Zastava 2101 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Opel Kadett will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Kadett | 1983 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Opel | Zastava |
| Model | Kadett | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
