1985 Opel Kadett vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Kadett weights approximately 46 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Kadett | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Kadett | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
