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Opel Kadett E 1.7L D

1984–1993 · Cabriolet · Hatchback · Sedan · Wagon
Engine
1.7L 4-cyl · Diesel
Power
57 HP
Torque
104 Nm
Transmission
MANUAL
Drive
FWD
0-100 km/h
19.5 sec
Top Speed
150 km/h
Fuel consumption
5.7 L/100km
Body
Wagon
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Engine overview · 1.7L 4-cyl DIESEL

A simple non-turbo diesel used with manual front-wheel drive, but surviving Kadett E examples are now strongly affected by age, servicing and previous overheating or fuel-system repairs.

Pros

  • Straightforward mechanical design
  • Potentially economical operation

Cons

  • Modest performance
  • Age-related fuel and cooling-system work may be needed
  • Cold-start performance depends heavily on maintenance

Common problems & ownership concerns

Potential impact: Low · Medium · High. This describes possible consequences, not fault likelihood.

  • Injection pump and fuel-system leakage or wearMedium
  • Glow-plug and cold-start system deteriorationMedium
  • Cooling-system condition and overheating riskHigh
  • Timing-belt service historyHigh

Maintenance

Follow VIN-specific servicing guidance, with particular attention to timing-belt, cooling-system, fuel-system and glow-system records.

These are general ownership concerns, not a diagnosis. Equipment and engine details vary by version and production date.

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