1999 Opel Omega vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 915 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Opel Omega (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Omega | Kadett |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |