1990 Opel Kadett vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 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. Both 1990 Opel Kadett and 2007 Opel Corsa are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Kadett | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Kadett | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
