1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 925 kg more than 1970 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Town & Country | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2420 mm |
