2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 770 kg more than 1967 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 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | E | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 44 L |
