2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 808 kg more than 1963 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Outlander | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 61 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
