1964 Opel Kadett vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 814 kg more than 1964 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1964 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1964 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Opel Kadett | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kadett | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2810 mm |
