2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1778 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Defender | Kadett |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |