1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Opel Kadett is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Because 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
