1985 Opel Kadett vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 14 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 2,323 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 557 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 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (101 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Kadett | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kadett | Bora |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
