1977 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1029 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 546 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, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1317 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Opel Kadett | 2011 Zenvo ST1 | |
Make | Opel | Zenvo |
Model | Kadett | ST1 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 1104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 1430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2041 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1198 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3055 mm |