1978 Opel Kadett vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 206 is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 250 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, 1999 Peugeot 206, 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, 1999 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Kadett | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Kadett | 206 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
