1988 Opel Kadett vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 10 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 71 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Kadett weights approximately 11 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Kadett | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Kadett | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
