1998 Ford Libre vs. 1980 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1998 Ford Libre is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Kadett (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Ford Libre. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Libre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Libre weights approximately 348 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Opel Kadett (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Libre. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Libre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Libre | 1980 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Libre | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
