1985 Opel Kadett vs. 1995 Opel Omega
To start off, 1995 Opel Omega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Omega weights approximately 651 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 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, 1995 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Opel Kadett | 1995 Opel Omega | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Kadett | Omega |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |