1978 Opel Kadett vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1989 Westfield ZEI 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Kadett weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1989 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Kadett | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Opel | Westfield |
| Model | Kadett | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
