1990 Opel Kadett vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Kadett | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Kadett | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
