2004 Opel Vectra vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 19 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. Both 2004 Opel Vectra and 1985 Opel Kadett are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 410 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 79.5 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 | 1340 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
