1977 Opel Kadett vs. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Tatra Tatraplan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Tatra Tatraplan (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Tatra Tatraplan should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 378 kg more than 1977 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, 1947 Tatra Tatraplan (118 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 1947 Tatra Tatraplan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Kadett | 1947 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | Opel | Tatra |
| Model | Kadett | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
