1991 Holden Commodore vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1991 Holden Commodore is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (172 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 575 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Holden Commodore | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Commodore | Kadett |
Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |