1962 Opel Kadett vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Volare is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 788 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Opel Kadett | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Kadett | Volare |
Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2870 mm |