2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 152 kg more than 1985 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, 2002 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (101 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Lanos | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Lanos | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
