1980 BMW 628 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 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Because 1980 BMW 628 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 628 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
