1996 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Ram weights approximately 331 kg more than 1968 Opel Kadett.
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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2420 mm |
