2002 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1975 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 Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Tahoe | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
