1975 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 38 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1466 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.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1975 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1975 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Kadett | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kadett | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
