1983 Opel Kadett vs. 1983 Renault 14
To start off, both 1983 Opel Kadett and 1983 Renault 14 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Kadett weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Renault 14. 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, 1983 Opel Kadett (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Kadett | 1983 Renault 14 | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Kadett | 14 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1218 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |