1975 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1970 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kadett | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 129 L |
