2006 Kia Carens vs. 1989 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 1989 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Carens | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
