1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 626 (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 626 weights approximately 203 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, 1978 Mazda 626 (150 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 1978 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
