1989 Opel Kadett vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Kadett.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Opel Kadett | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kadett | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
