1999 Lotus M250 vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus M250 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1965 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 M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus M250 | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | M250 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
