1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1974 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1974 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1974 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | 117 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 43 L |
