2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1159 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Sprinter | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |
