1980 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Opel Kadett. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 435 kg more than 1980 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Kadett. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Opel Kadett | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Kadett | Impreza |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2619 mm |