1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 894 kg more than 1976 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | S-Type | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
