1996 Audi S6 vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S6 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
