1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1983 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Kadett (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 246 kg more than 1983 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1983 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xantia | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
