2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett. 2007 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dakota | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
