2005 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1676 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett. 2005 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Infiniti QX56 | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Infiniti | Opel |
Model | QX56 | Kadett |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 76 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2431 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2420 mm |