1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (204 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1970 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 Mercedes-Benz 190 (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 190 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
