1998 Kia Joice vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 625 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 1973 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Joice | Kadett |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |