1990 Lada Samara vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Lada Samara is newer by 17 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Samara weights approximately 130 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.
Because 1973 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Samara | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Samara | Kadett |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |