1979 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Kadett | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
