1975 Opel Kadett vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 29 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 4,587 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 207 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (98 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 620 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Opel Kadett | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Opel | Panoz |
Model | Kadett | Esperante |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 4587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |