1988 Opel Kadett vs. 1993 Porsche 928
To start off, 1993 Porsche 928 is newer by 5 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 928 weights approximately 523 kg more than 1988 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Kadett | 1993 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Kadett | 928 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
