2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
