1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1984 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Opel Kadett (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1984 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
