2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2500 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B2500 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4030 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2680 mm |
