2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 420 kg more than 1968 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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 Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Raider | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1076 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
