1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Volvo 260 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 580 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 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, 1980 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Kadett | 260 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
