1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1984 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1984 Opel Kadett is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1984 Opel Kadett | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 1600 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |