2000 Mercury Villager vs. 1982 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Mercury Villager is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1982 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 805 kg more than 1982 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Kadett. (94 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Kadett. 2000 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Villager | 1982 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Villager | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
