1975 Opel Kadett vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 15 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 TVR V8 S weights approximately 217 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, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Kadett | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Kadett | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
