1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett.
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, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1973 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1973 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Cutlass | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
