1994 Opel Omega vs. 1969 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (207 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 725 kg more than 1969 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, 1994 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 1969 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
