2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 27 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 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 950 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.
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 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | S-Type | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
