2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1767 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Avalanche | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2330 mm |
