1983 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 875 kg more than 1968 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, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lincoln Mark VII | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Lincoln | Opel |
Model | Mark VII | Kadett |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |