1978 Opel Kadett vs. 1993 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 15 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 585 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 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, 1993 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1993 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Kadett | 1993 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Kadett | Voyager |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |