2004 Audi S4 vs. 1968 Opel Kadett

To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 36 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 965 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 2004 Audi S4 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, 2004 Audi S4 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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi S4 1968 Opel Kadett
Make Audi Opel
Model S4 Kadett
Year Released 2004 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1076 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 339 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 74 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 755 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.4 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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