1985 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Opel Kadett

To start off, both 1985 Audi 100 and 1985 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (70 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1985 Audi 100 (123 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (89 Nm). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Audi 100 1985 Opel Kadett
Make Audi Opel
Model 100 Kadett
Year Released 1985 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1986 cc 1196 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 54 HP
Torque 123 Nm 89 Nm
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 77.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 63 mm
Top Speed 154 km/hour 154 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 838 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2530 mm


 

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