1978 Opel Kadett vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 20 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Kadett | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Kadett | Polo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |