2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 43 L |
