1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1966 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1966 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 720 kg more than 1966 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1966 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Challenger | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
