2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Tiburon | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
