1984 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 26 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Kalos 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, 2010 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Kadett | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Opel | Daewoo |
| Model | Kadett | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
