1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1983 Dodge Charger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Charger (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Charger weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Charger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Dodge Charger (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
