1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1988 Dodge Spirit and 1988 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Spirit | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Spirit | Kadett |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |