1992 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 14 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 4,943 cc, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro (750 HP) has 703 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 830 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, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm) has 829 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lotec | Opel |
| Model | Testa de Oro | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 992 cc |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 820 kg |
