2004 Marcos TS vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Marcos TS (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Marcos TS weights approximately 375 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Marcos TS | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | TS | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2330 mm |
