1984 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Kadett | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Kadett | 3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2639 mm |
