1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 355 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | 19 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
