1979 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 515 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Kadett | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
