1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 585 kg more than 1978 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 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Challenger | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2400 mm |
