1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 750 kg more than 1965 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Rally Raid | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2330 mm |
