1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1995 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Kadett (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra.
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 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Kadett. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 1995 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
