2005 AC Aceca vs. 1995 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1995 Opel Kadett. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Kadett.
Because 2005 AC Aceca 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 2005 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Kadett. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 1995 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Aceca | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
