1977 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 2 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 92 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 630 kg more than 1979 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Valiant | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Valiant | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
