2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 650 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.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 43 L |
