2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1995 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Kadett (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30.
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 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Kadett. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1995 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | i30 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
