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Opel Kadett Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1979–1984) — Fourth Generation

Meet the Opel Kadett Fourth Generation, a versatile compact offered in practical hatchback and estate shapes. It balances everyday usability with a choice of engines and transmissions to suit different drivers.

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Opel Kadett Engines and Transmissions

The Opel Kadett engine lineup focuses on straightforward, dependable performance. A 1.3-litre petrol unit paired with an automatic gearbox suits relaxed urban driving, while a 1.6-litre petrol with a manual transmission offers more involvement for those who enjoy shifting gears themselves. For long-distance economy, a 1.6-litre diesel with a manual gearbox returns impressive mileage and solid low-speed pull.

Hatchback 3-door — Opel Kadett Engines and Transmissions

Hatchback 3-door Opel Kadett Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Maximum torque N⋅m	Transmission	Type of drive
1.2 MT	Gasoline	1196 cm³	52 hp	38 kW	78 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.2 MT	Gasoline	1196 cm³	55 hp	40 kW	78 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.2 MT	Gasoline	1196 cm³	60 hp	44 kW	83 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.3 MT	Gasoline	1297 cm³	60 hp	44 kW	92 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.3 AT	Gasoline	1297 cm³	60 hp	44 kW	94 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD
1.3 MT	Gasoline	1297 cm³	75 hp	55 kW	96 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.6 MT	Gasoline	1598 cm³	90 hp	66 kW	123 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.8 MT	Gasoline	1796 cm³	115 hp	85 kW	160 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.6 MT	Diesel	1598 cm³	54 hp	40 kW	96 N⋅m	Manual	FWD

Hatchback 5-door — Opel Kadett Engines and Transmissions

Hatchback 5-door Opel Kadett Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Maximum torque N⋅m	Transmission	Type of drive
1.2 MT	Gasoline	1196 cm³	52 hp	38 kW	78 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.2 MT	Gasoline	1196 cm³	55 hp	40 kW	78 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.2 MT	Gasoline	1196 cm³	60 hp	44 kW	86 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.3 MT	Gasoline	1297 cm³	60 hp	44 kW	92 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.3 AT	Gasoline	1297 cm³	60 hp	44 kW	94 N⋅m	Automatic	FWD
1.3 MT	Gasoline	1297 cm³	75 hp	55 kW	96 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.6 MT	Gasoline	1598 cm³	90 hp	66 kW	123 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.8 MT	Gasoline	1796 cm³	115 hp	85 kW	148 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.6 MT	Diesel	1598 cm³	54 hp	40 kW	96 N⋅m	Manual	FWD

Estate 5-door — Opel Kadett Engines and Transmissions

Estate 5-door Opel Kadett Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Maximum torque N⋅m	Transmission	Type of drive
1.2 MT	Gasoline	1196 cm³	52 hp	38 kW	78 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.2 MT	Gasoline	1196 cm³	60 hp	44 kW	83 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.3 MT	Gasoline	1297 cm³	60 hp	44 kW	92 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.6 MT	Gasoline	1598 cm³	90 hp	66 kW	123 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.6 MT	Diesel	1598 cm³	54 hp	40 kW	96 N⋅m	Manual	FWD

Estate 3-door — Opel Kadett Engines and Transmissions

Estate 3-door Opel Kadett Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Maximum torque N⋅m	Transmission	Type of drive
1.2 MT	Gasoline	1196 cm³	52 hp	38 kW	78 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
1.3 MT	Gasoline	1297 cm³	75 hp	55 kW	96 N⋅m	Manual	FWD

Opel Kadett Dimensions

Hatchback 3-door — Opel Kadett Dimensions

Hatchback 3-door Opel Kadett Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight	Max weight	Ground clearance, minimum
1.2 MT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	Not provided	Not provided	150 mm
1.2 MT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	Not provided	Not provided	150 mm
1.2 MT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	840 kg	1340 kg	150 mm
1.3 MT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	Not provided	Not provided	150 mm
1.3 AT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	860 kg	1360 kg	135 mm
1.3 MT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	Not provided	Not provided	150 mm
1.6 MT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	900 kg	1400 kg	150 mm
1.8 MT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	980 kg	1440 kg	150 mm
1.6 MT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	950 kg	1440 kg	150 mm

Hatchback 5-door — Opel Kadett Dimensions

Hatchback 5-door Opel Kadett Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight	Max weight	Ground clearance, minimum
1.2 MT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	Not provided	Not provided	150 mm
1.2 MT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	Not provided	Not provided	150 mm
1.2 MT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	860 kg	1360 kg	150 mm
1.3 MT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	Not provided	Not provided	150 mm
1.3 AT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	880 kg	1380 kg	135 mm
1.3 MT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	Not provided	Not provided	150 mm
1.6 MT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	920 kg	1420 kg	150 mm
1.8 MT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	1000 kg	1480 kg	150 mm
1.6 MT	3998 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	Not provided	Not provided	150 mm

Estate 5-door — Opel Kadett Dimensions

Estate 5-door Opel Kadett Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight	Max weight	Ground clearance, minimum
1.2 MT	4207 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	Not provided	Not provided	150 mm
1.2 MT	4207 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	915 kg	1420 kg	150 mm
1.3 MT	4207 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	915 kg	1420 kg	150 mm
1.6 MT	4207 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	995 kg	1520 kg	150 mm
1.6 MT	4207 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	1005 kg	1550 kg	150 mm

Estate 3-door — Opel Kadett Dimensions

Estate 3-door Opel Kadett Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight	Max weight	Ground clearance, minimum
1.2 MT	4207 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	Not provided	Not provided	150 mm
1.3 MT	4207 mm	1636 mm	1400 mm	2515 mm	895 kg	1420 kg	150 mm