1999 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Because 1975 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 1975 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett. 1975 Opel Kadett has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Opel Kadett will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Pride Wagon | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
