1999 Lincoln LS vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 897 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 Lincoln LS (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | LS | 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 | 208 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 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 | 1687 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
