2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon 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. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Canyon | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
