2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 715 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (215 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Outlander | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1076 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
