2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 1980 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Opel Kadett. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 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 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Kadett. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B3000 | 1980 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B3000 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
