2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Viper is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 835 kg more than 1968 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chrysler Viper | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Viper | Kadett |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1076 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |