1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 16 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na weights approximately 165 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, 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Daewoo | Opel |
Model | Maepsy-Na | Kadett |
Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |