1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1992 Dodge Spirit is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 616 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit, 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 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Spirit | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |
