1975 Opel Kadett vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 12 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. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Kadett weights approximately 125 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Opel Kadett (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Kadett | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
