1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 695 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.
Because 1995 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Opel Kadett | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Kadett | 928 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |