1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Discovery | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Discovery | Kadett |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |