1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1971 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1971 Opel Kadett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,980 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 360 kg more than 1971 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1971 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Centura | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1980 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
