1999 Opel Omega vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1967 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 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1766 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
