1993 Mazda 626 vs. 1971 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1971 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 1971 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
