1969 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 350 kg more than 1969 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Kadett | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Kadett | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |