1995 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Opel Kadett. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Kadett.
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, 2011 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Kadett. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Kadett | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Kadett | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2642 mm |
