1985 Opel Kadett vs. 1966 Renault 10
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Kadett weights approximately 210 kg more than 1966 Renault 10. 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, 1985 Opel Kadett (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Kadett | 1966 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | 10 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
