1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 860 kg more than 1964 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 Nova (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Nova | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
