1979 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 34 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 1029 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, 2013 Infiniti G (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett. 2013 Infiniti G has automatic transmission and 1979 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1979 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Opel Kadett | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Opel | Infiniti |
Model | Kadett | G |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4657 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |