2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1988 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 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B3000 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
