2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1980 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Opel Kadett. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 450 kg more than 1980 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Kadett. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1980 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Discovery | Kadett |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |