1985 Opel Kadett vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 506 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.
Because 1985 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Laguna (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Kadett | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
