1988 Opel Kadett vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 19 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 32 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 523 kg more than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Kadett | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
