1979 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 715 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 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Kadett | Forester |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
