1985 Mini MK V vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1985 Mini MK V 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1985 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Kadett weights approximately 233 kg more than 1985 Mini MK V. 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 Opel Kadett (101 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mini MK V | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | MK V | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
