1982 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 885 kg more than 1962 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | S | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2330 mm |
