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), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
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 | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
