1984 Holden Commodore vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 370 kg more than 1976 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 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Commodore | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
