1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 429 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Kadett | 406 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
