2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 29 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
