2003 Opel Omega vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 25 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 875 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, 2003 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Omega | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
