1990 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 21 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Opel Kadett | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Kadett | CLS |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |