1985 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 926 kg more than 1985 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Opel Kadett | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Kadett | Colorado |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |