1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 623 kg more than 1977 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Kadett |
Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 44 L |