2001 Jaguar R Coupe vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar R Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1962 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 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar R Coupe | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | R Coupe | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2330 mm |
