1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 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 4,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (285 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (162 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Camaro | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
