1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 631 kg more than 1985 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Valiant | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
