2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 30 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 841 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Colorado | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
