1977 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1971 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Avenger (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 145 kg more than 1971 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, 1977 Chrysler Avenger (124 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Avenger | 1971 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Avenger | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
