2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Defender | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2330 mm |
