2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1966 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1966 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1966 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Kadett. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1966 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1966 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1966 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | CLS | Kadett |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |