1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 699 kg more than 1968 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1076 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 70 L |
