1974 Opel Kadett vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 613 kg more than 1974 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, 1990 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Kadett | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Kadett | Omega |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
