2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1986 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Tahoe | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
