1977 Opel Kadett vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. 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 Opel Kadett (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Kadett | 1973 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kadett | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
