1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1989 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1989 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Eclipse | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
