2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1982 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1982 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Kadett. (94 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1982 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Guara | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
