1985 Opel Kadett vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 15 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 42 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, 2000 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Opel Kadett | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Opel | Smart |
Model | Kadett | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 22 L |