1984 Opel Kadett vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1984 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Kadett | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Kadett | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |