2000 AC Aceca vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 690 kg more than 1977 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, 2000 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Aceca | Kadett |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |