1995 Opel Kadett vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1995 Opel Kadett. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Kadett.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Kadett. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Kadett | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Kadett | 993 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
