1988 Opel Kadett vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 4 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 61 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 85 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Kadett | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Kadett | 405 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
