1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, both 1979 Opel Kadett and 1979 Oldsmobile Omega were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 295 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega has automatic transmission and 1979 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1979 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Opel Kadett | 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | |
Make | Opel | Oldsmobile |
Model | Kadett | Omega |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |