1992 BMW 518 vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1992 BMW 518 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 518 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1976 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, 1992 BMW 518 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 518 | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 518 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |