1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 25 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 274 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 640 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.
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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Mangusta | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
