1993 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (276 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 858 kg more than 1963 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 Mercedes-Benz C (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1963 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1963 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2330 mm |
