1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 60 kg more than 1967 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 Opel Kadett (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Kadett | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Kadett | Kadett |
Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |