1989 Opel Kadett vs. 1989 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1989 Opel Kadett and 1989 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 1989 Opel Kadett (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Nova. 1989 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 1989 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1989 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Opel Kadett | 1989 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Kadett | Nova |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
