2002 Holden UTE vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2002 Holden UTE 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden UTE weights approximately 710 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 Holden UTE (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden UTE | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | UTE | Kadett |
Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |