1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1995 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Opel Kadett. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Kadett. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1995 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Lumina | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
