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Opel Kadett 1.6

General information

ModelOpel Kadett 1.6
Year1985
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating64.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power83.10 PS (61 kW or 82 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque130.00 Nm (13.3 kgf-m or 95.9 ft.lbs) at 2600 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke79.1 x 81.5 mm (3.1 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)12.3 seconds
0-50 miles8.1 seconds
0-60 miles11.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0909 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4630 litres (1,223 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight914 kg (2,015.0 pounds)
Overall length4010 mm (157.9 inches)
Overall width1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2530 mm (99.6 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)
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