2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1781 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 Express (400 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2330 mm |
