2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 19 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. Both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 1990 Opel Kadett are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Nubira | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
