1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 700 kg more than 1978 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 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | S | Kadett |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2599 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |