1965 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 46 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 849 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.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kadett | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
