2005 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tracker | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Tracker | Kadett |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |