1977 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 481 kg more than 1977 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Kadett | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Opel | Scion |
| Model | Kadett | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
