1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1982 Opel Kadett

To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1982 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 560 kg more than 1982 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Kadett. (94 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Kadett. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 1982 Opel Kadett
Make Oldsmobile Opel
Model Eighty-Eight Kadett
Year Released 1994 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 352 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2520 mm