1994 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 29 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 950 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.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A6 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |