2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 90 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 350 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Mazda Premacy (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Premacy | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Premacy | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
