1977 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Valiant (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 600 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, 1977 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Valiant | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Valiant | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
