1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 11 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 653 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Opel Kadett | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Kadett | Voyager |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |