1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 750 kg more than 1962 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Kadett |
Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2330 mm |