1990 Lexus LS vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Lexus LS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 985 kg more than 1967 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, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett. 1990 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lexus LS | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Lexus | Opel |
Model | LS | Kadett |
Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3968 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2400 mm |