1983 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 30 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1983 Opel Kadett. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1255 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Kadett | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Kadett | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2895 mm |