1980 Opel Kadett vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Kadett (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Kadett weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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, 1980 Opel Kadett (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Kadett | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Express |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
