1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Avanti Avanti is newer by 1 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 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 788 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Avanti Avanti | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Avanti | Opel |
| Model | Avanti | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 6568 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
