1990 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Kadett | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kadett | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
