1965 Opel Kadett vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1967 Opel Commodore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 470 kg more than 1965 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Opel Kadett | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Kadett | Commodore |
Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |