1983 Hummer H1 vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1980 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 will offer significantly more control. 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 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Hummer H1 | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Hummer | Opel |
| Model | H1 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
