1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP) has 174 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 668 kg more than 1967 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
