1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1987 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate and 1987 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Kadett (129 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 276 kg more than 1987 Opel Kadett.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate 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 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Opel Kadett, 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, 1987 Opel Kadett (180 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1987 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1987 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Graduate | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
