1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1983 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Opel Kadett. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 965 kg more than 1983 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 1983 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mountaineer | Kadett |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |