1985 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 27 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), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 745 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, 2012 Kia Carens, 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, 2012 Kia Carens (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Kadett | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Kadett | Carens |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| 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 | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
