1988 Lexus LS vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Lexus LS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 995 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett. 1988 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1978 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1978 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lexus LS | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | LS | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2400 mm |
