1995 Opel Frontera vs. 1979 Opel Kadett

To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 849 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.

Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Opel Frontera 1979 Opel Kadett
Make Opel Opel
Model Frontera Kadett
Year Released 1995 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 71 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 72.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 61 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1639 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 43 L


 

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