2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (328 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1978 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, 2009 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti G37 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Infiniti | Opel |
Model | G37 | Kadett |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |