1984-1993 Kadett OverviewOpel Kadett Overview (1984 - 1993)
1984 - 1993
Tech Specs Summary
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- 94 - 134 mph
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- 8.0 - 19.5 seconds
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- 54 - 148 hp
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- 28.3 - 42.8 mpg
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- 1,830 - 2,326 lbs
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- 13.8 - 19.4 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 10.2 ft3 (Convertible)
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- 13.8 ft3 (Hatchback)
This generation of the Opel Kadett was produced by the German manufacturer Opel between 1984 - 1993. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as a sedan, convertible, wagon or hatchback. There are many power levels available from either a 1.2 L Inline 4 gasoline engine or 1.6 L Inline 4 diesel engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and trailing-arm rear suspension. However, some models have torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Kadett is the Opel Kadett 1.8 GSi which scores 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 113 hp and a power/weight ratio of 18.54 lb/hp it has a top speed of 126 mph and gets to 62 mph in 9.0 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Opel Kadett 1.7 D LS, CS, GL is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 587 miles and can store 13.8 cubic feet of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 992 lbs and a braked towing capacity of 2,205 lbs.