1982 Holden Statesman vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1982 Holden Statesman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Statesman (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Statesman weights approximately 930 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1982 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett. 1982 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1978 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1978 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Statesman | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Statesman | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
