2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1989 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 12 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Kadett.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1989 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B2500 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
