1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 Volvo 240 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 240 weights approximately 476 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, 1992 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Opel Kadett | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Kadett | 240 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |