1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1973 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | 500 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |