1978 Opel Kadett vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 566 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, 1995 Renault Laguna, 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Kadett | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |
