2006 Maserati Coupe vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 27 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 890 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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Coupe | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Coupe | Kadett |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |