1995 Opel Kadett vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 5 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. Both 1995 Opel Kadett and 2000 Suzuki Samurai are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Kadett (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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 Kadett (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Kadett | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Kadett | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
