1978 Opel Kadett vs. 1989 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 309 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett 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 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Because 1978 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 1978 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 309, 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, 1978 Opel Kadett (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Kadett | 1989 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Kadett | 309 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |
