1991 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Kadett.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Kadett | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Kadett | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1654 mm |
