1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 15 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 385 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
Model | Guara | Kadett |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |