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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). 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 287 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 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (101 Nm @ 4200 RPM). 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 | 1781 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 166 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 | 1145 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |