1979 Opel Kadett vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 26 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 528 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kadett | Touran |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
