1983 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1983 Opel Kadett. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1667 kg more than 1983 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Kadett. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Kadett. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1983 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1983 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Kadett | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Opel | Land Rover |
| Model | Kadett | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2891 mm |
