1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1964 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 929 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
