1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Opel Kadett. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 710 kg more than 1986 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Kadett. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Kadett. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1986 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1986 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Kadett |
Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |