1978 Opel Kadett vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Westfield ZEI is newer by 20 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 100 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Opel | Westfield |
| Model | Kadett | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
