1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, both 1979 Opel Kadett and 1979 Suzuki Cervo were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Kadett (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Kadett weights approximately 295 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Suzuki Cervo 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 1979 Suzuki Cervo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett, 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, 1979 Opel Kadett (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Opel Kadett | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Kadett | Cervo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |