1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 23 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, 1990 Renault Clio (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Kadett weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio.
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, 1990 Renault Clio, 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 1990 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Clio |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1390 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 | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
