2001 Holden UTE vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 745 kg more than 1968 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, 2001 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden UTE | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | UTE | Kadett |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1076 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |