2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Brilliance | Opel |
Model | BS4 | Kadett |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 42 L |