1988 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Kadett | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Kadett | Sportage |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1645 mm |