2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 30 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Exige weights approximately 83 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Exige | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 44 L |
