1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1987 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1987 Westfield ZEI is newer by 8 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Westfield ZEI (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Kadett weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 1987 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Opel | Westfield |
| Model | Kadett | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
