1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 Opel Kadett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Opel Kadett. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Kadett.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Kadett. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Camaro | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
