1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 463 kg more than 1973 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (264 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-7 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
