1993 Mazda Sentia vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1993 Mazda Sentia is newer by 28 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Sentia (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 920 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.
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, 1993 Mazda Sentia (272 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda Sentia | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Sentia | Kadett |
Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2330 mm |