2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1984 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 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 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1984 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Materia | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
