1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1972 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1972 Opel Kadett is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Opel Kadett. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 655 kg more than 1972 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 (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1972 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Challenger | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
