1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 433 kg more than 1963 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, 1977 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 929 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
