2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1969 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 2033 kg more than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1969 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
