2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 653 kg more than 1973 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Camaro | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
