1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 165 kg more than 1979 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, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Kadett |
Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |