2002 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 34 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 645 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.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Freelander | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Freelander | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
