1984 Opel Kadett vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett.
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, 1995 Renault Laguna (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Kadett | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
