1978 Opel Kadett vs. 1989 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 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 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 will offer significantly more control. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Kadett | 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Kadett | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
