1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1974 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1974 Opel Kadett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 693 kg more than 1974 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1974 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Chevelle | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
