1988 Opel Kadett vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1988 Opel Kadett and 1988 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Kadett weights approximately 157 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Kadett (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Kadett | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Kadett | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
