1993 Dodge Stealth vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1993 Dodge Stealth is newer by 16 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 940 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Stealth | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Stealth | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
