2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1987 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1987 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ducato | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1390 mm |
