1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1991 Opel Kadett

To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Camaro and 1991 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1991 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Kadett.

Because 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Kadett.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Camaro 1991 Opel Kadett
Make Chevrolet Opel
Model Camaro Kadett
Year Released 1991 1991
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5001 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.9 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 79.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1390 mm


 

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