2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1888 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Defender | Kadett |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |