2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 31 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1670 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.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
