1988 Opel Kadett vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 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 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 64 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Opel Kadett (195 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Kadett | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Kadett | 200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
