1979 Opel Kadett vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 30 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1050 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 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Opel Kadett | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Kadett | Korando |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |