2000 Lotus Elise vs. 1983 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Kadett would be higher. Both 2000 Lotus Elise and 1983 Opel Kadett are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Opel Kadett. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Kadett weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Because 2000 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Elise | 1983 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Elise | Kadett |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |