1965 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 47 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 990 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Kadett | Colorado |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |