1974 Lamborghini Bravo vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Bravo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (297 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo weights approximately 265 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, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Bravo | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Bravo | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 43 L |
