1985 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 28 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 1022 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 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (101 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Kadett | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Opel | Jaguar |
| Model | Kadett | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2909 mm |
