2007 Lexus IS vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Opel Kadett. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 685 kg more than 1986 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Kadett. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | IS | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
