1985 Opel Kadett vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 18 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 1266 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 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Opel Kadett | 2003 Tata Safari | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Kadett | Safari |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |