1975 Opel Kadett vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 30 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 1,094 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton Juara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Juara weights approximately 170 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, 2005 Proton Juara (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Proton Juara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Kadett | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Kadett | Juara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
