1988 Opel Kadett vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Kadett | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Kadett | Korando |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
