1978 Opel Kadett vs. 1977 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Kadett weights approximately 255 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1978 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Kadett | 1977 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Kadett | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
