1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1984 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Land Rover Discovery | 1984 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Discovery | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
