1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1446 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Imperial | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2530 mm |
