2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
