1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1992 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Justy is newer by 13 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Justy (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Kadett weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Subaru Justy.
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, 1992 Subaru Justy (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 1992 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Kadett | Justy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
