2000 Audi R8 vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 25 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 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Kadett weights approximately 828 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
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 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1975 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1975 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | R8 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
