1975 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Opel Kadett | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Kadett | Silverado |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 98 L |