2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 2008 kg more than 1964 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 Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Freelander | Kadett |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |