2005 MG TF vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 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 MG TF (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TF | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
