1980 Audi Sport vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Opel Kadett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Sport | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
