1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 695 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Opel Kadett | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Kadett | Volare |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |