1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 306 is newer by 17 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 424 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 1979 Opel Kadett 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 1979 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306, 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, 1996 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Kadett | 306 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
