1986 Audi 90 vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 1 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 90 weights approximately 192 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (101 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 90 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
