1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1975 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 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 Lotus GT 1 | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | GT 1 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
