2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 28 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. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett.
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 Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | Vito | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
