2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 39 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 1,308 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett.
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 Mazda RX-8 (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-8 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
