2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 46 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1341 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1963 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1963 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Commander | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2330 mm |
