2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Envoy | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
