1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 284 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvair | Kadett |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2375 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |