2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 22 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Montero | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
