2006 Opel Astra vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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. Both 2006 Opel Astra and 1990 Opel Kadett are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1990 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 Opel Astra (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| 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 | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
