1991 Chrysler Viper vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Viper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 760 kg more than 1975 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, 1991 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Viper | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
