2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. Both 2005 Opel Corsa and 1988 Opel Kadett are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
