2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1989 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1989 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Kadett.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Kadett. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1989 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1989 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1989 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | LR2 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
