2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1984 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1984 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1984 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1984 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Freelander | Kadett |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3191 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |