1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Opel Kadett (127 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | 19 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
