1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 2 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 2,210 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 375 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 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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda Cosmo | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Cosmo | Kadett |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2210 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |