2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1338 kg more than 1963 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | Viano | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2330 mm |
