1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1976 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 Mercedes-Benz 230 (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 230 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
