1990 Lamborghini LM vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM 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 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1910 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 1990 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lamborghini LM | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | LM | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 43 L |
