1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 970 kg more than 1967 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Caprice | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
