1988 Opel Kadett vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 1989 Rover Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. 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 33 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Montego weights approximately 73 kg more 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 Opel Kadett (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Kadett | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Kadett | Montego |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
