2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 900 kg more than 1964 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 Mercedes-Benz E (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | E | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2330 mm |
